Andersen Window Balancers

Andersen replacement sash balancer is used on narroline double hung windows manufactured from 1968 to 2012.

Andersen window balancers.

If you have andersen double hung narroline windows that were manufactured between 1968 and 2012 that will not open or stay open then the sash balances may be broken and need to be replaced. You need to know the visible glass size width and height of the lower sash to identify the balancer number. Unlike most other window manufacturers andersen typically uses a unique type of counterbalance commonly referred to as an andersen sash balance. Each window has two balancers i recommend replacing both even if only one is broken.

Match your windows lower sash visible glass size width height to the chart works with perma shield narroline double hung windows manufactured from 1968 to present. The balancer number is a code for the tension and the cord length. We recommend that you replace both balancers along with the window side jamb liners. Used with 1852 1856 even 2042 2046 24310 2832 and 30210 units with tempered glass.

Size 837 can be used to replace 823 827 and 831. Andersen 200 series tilt wash balancers are located on the sides of both the upper and lower window sash. A balancer or window counter balance maintains the position of your window sash. Sash balancers are metal boxes that contain a nylon cord under tension.

The andersen 200 series perma shield narroline window balancer is located above the upper sash head jamb liner. All my windows use the 939 narroline.